Innovation in Maxwell's Electromagnetic Theory: Molecular Vortices, Displacement Current, and Light

by Daniel M. Siegel

Book Overview

James Clerk Maxwell's (1831-1879) contributions to twentieth-century science and technology - in particular, the displacement current and the electromagnetic theory of light - are among the most spectacular innovations in the history of physics, but the technical complexities and thematic subtleties of his work have been difficult to unravel. In considering the historical development of Maxwell's work, Dr Siegel's close analysis of the original texts...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521533295
• ISBN13: 9780521533294
• Release Date: December 2003
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.1"